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Cultural Context
Etymology
Composed of metal and father. Metal kettle.
Symbolism
Kettle, pot, cooking. Represents cooking tool.
Component Breakdown
釜=
父王丷
father + king + 丷
Words & Expressions
Four-Character Compounds
釜中の魚
ふちゅうのうお
A fish in a pot; Being unaware of imminent danger
Other kanji with the same meaning
“kettle”
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 釜 mean in Japanese?
釜 means kettle, cauldron, iron pot.
How do you read 釜?
On'yomi: フ (FU). Kun'yomi: かま (kama).
How many strokes does 釜 have?
釜 has 10 strokes. Its radical is 金 (gold).
Is 釜 a good kanji for a tattoo?
釜 is one of the kanji most often chosen for tattoos. It means kettle, cauldron, iron pot. Read the full meaning and cultural background on this page first — some popular choices are deliberately dark.
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